Corporate

Maintaining and improving communications is the most persistent internal problem facing business leaders in Britain today.

Ipsos's latest issues index shows concern about the economy increases, though race relations/immigration remains an important issue

As the general election approaches, the key issue of trust is one of the major challenges facing all the parties. In the first of a series podcasts from Ipsos, Ben Page discusses the 60 year history of the battle between politicians and trust.

While there is a contended and optimistic tone among rural residents, there is also a strong sense that the people who make the big decisions that affect their local area don't understand local needs and circumstances.

Retailers are improving the public's attitudes towards the reduction of free plastic bags, but need to shatter shoppers' misconceptions of their motives

The latest audit of political engagement shows that the MPs expenses scandal has had less impact than might be expected.

Ben Page, chief executive of Ipsos, talks with BBC Hardtalk about the role of pollsters in an election (BBC iPlayer)

At a time when local authorities face a squeeze on their finances and are repairing a pothole every 33 seconds, our new paper - From A to B - points to the importance of residents' perceptions of road conditions in shaping their overall views of transport and highways services.

The latest National Business Survey reveals that the manufacturing sector has the most positive outlook for the next year compared to other sectors.